Trinity Ridge

    2140 Medical Park Dr, Hickory, NC, 28602
    3.8 · 32 reviews
    • Assisted living
    • Memory care
    • Skilled nursing
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    3.0

    Clean rehab, caring staff, understaffed

    I had a mixed experience. The building is clean, well-maintained and rehab-focused with good therapy, some very caring nurses and convenient on-site services, and a few staff went above and beyond. But chronic understaffing, slow call-light responses, rude or inattentive CNAs and unhelpful, often absent management created safety and communication problems that worried me. Overall, nice facility and great rehab potential, but staffing/leadership issues made my stay stressful.

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Medication management
    • Mental wellness program

    Healthcare staffing

    • 12-16 hour nursing
    • 24-hour call system
    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Restaurant-style dining
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Air-conditioning
    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Kitchenettes
    • Private bathrooms
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Community operated transportation
    • Transportation arrangement
    • Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

    Common areas

    • Beauty salon
    • Computer center
    • Dining room
    • Fitness room
    • Gaming room
    • Garden
    • Outdoor space
    • Small library
    • Wellness center

    Community services

    • Concierge services
    • Fitness programs
    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Planned day trips
    • Resident-run activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    3.78 · 32 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      2.9
    • Staff

      3.0
    • Meals

      3.3
    • Amenities

      3.5
    • Value

      1.0

    Pros

    • Clean and well-maintained facility (reported by multiple reviewers)
    • Relatively new facility (year-old)
    • Rehab-focused support with positive recovery outcomes
    • On-site doctors, lab, and x-ray services
    • Medicaid continuum and daily hospice availability
    • Individualized and creative personalization of care
    • Safety-focused approach to resident care
    • Attentive and caring nursing staff in several reports
    • Helpful and friendly kitchen/dining staff (in some reports)
    • Quick response to calls and proactive communication (in some reports)
    • Easy-going, friendly, and long-tenured staff
    • Transportation for outings (bus) and exercise/games available
    • Weight-loss program noted positively by at least one reviewer
    • Mission-driven organization and positive workplace culture (reported by some)
    • Well-organized assisted living/management of some residents

    Cons

    • Disrespectful, rude, or abusive staff and CNAs reported
    • Unresponsive care and nurse calls not returned
    • Long wait times for assistance and slow call-light response
    • Dirty bathrooms and floors reported by some reviewers
    • Management described as unhelpful, accusatory, or absent
    • Understaffing, particularly on weekends and in dining services
    • Nursing-home activity program weak or missing (poor social activities)
    • Inconsistent care quality between units/shifts
    • Admissions misrepresentations and dishonesty alleged
    • Attempted inappropriate discharge and oxygen withdrawal issues
    • Residents reportedly left without help and screaming
    • Staff inattentive (on phones) and perceived laziness
    • Nurses undertrained and doctor described as disengaged/figurehead
    • Food quality inconsistent—some call it terrible
    • Administration unprofessional or defensive in complaints handling
    • Value concerns—cost not matching quality for some families

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is mixed, with strong polarization between very positive experiences—particularly around rehab services and some nursing care—and very negative experiences focused on staffing behavior, management, and inconsistent quality. Multiple reviewers praise the facility’s physical condition, clinical resources, and certain staff members, while a significant portion report serious problems with responsiveness, cleanliness, and administration. The pattern suggests that experiences can vary widely depending on unit, shift, and individual staff or management involvement.

    Care quality and clinical services: Several reviewers emphasize that Trinity Ridge offers solid clinical resources: rehab-focused support, successful recoveries (including quick recovery from hip replacement), and convenient on-site services such as doctors, lab, and x-ray. The availability of a Medicaid continuum and daily hospice services is noted as a plus for residents with more complex or long-term needs. At the same time, repeated reports of unreturned nurse calls, undertrained nurses, and in one case an alleged oxygen withdrawal incident indicate lapses in clinical responsiveness and policy adherence. This juxtaposition shows that while the facility has the infrastructure and some strong clinical staff, care delivery is inconsistent and can fail in critical moments.

    Staff behavior and responsiveness: Reviews show two distinct portraits of staff. In positive reports, nurses and caregivers are described as wonderful, caring, attentive, and even going above and beyond. Other comments note long-tenured, friendly employees and proactive communication. Conversely, a substantial number of reviews describe disrespectful, rude, or inattentive CNAs and staff who are “on their phones,” slow to answer call lights, or too busy to help—especially on weekends. There are alarming accounts of residents being left to scream for help, which point to episodic or systemic understaffing and poor supervision on certain shifts. The net impression is that staffing quality and responsiveness are inconsistent and may be tied to staffing levels, training, and shift management.

    Facilities and cleanliness: Many reviewers report that the facility looks great and is very clean and well maintained, consistent with its relatively new status. However, there are also specific complaints about dirty bathrooms and floors. These conflicting reports suggest variability in housekeeping standards or in how cleanliness is monitored across wings and shifts. Prospective residents and families should expect generally modern, well-kept spaces, but also verify housekeeping practices and inspect rooms and bathrooms personally during a tour.

    Dining and nutrition: Dining garners mixed feedback. Several reviews praise the food as delicious and highlight helpful kitchen staff, while others call the food terrible and point to dining service understaffing. This division may reflect differences in meal periods, dietary needs, or staffing at mealtimes. Because nutrition and dining experience are important to resident quality of life, the inconsistency here is notable.

    Activities and social engagement: There is positive mention of rehab activities, outings (bus), exercise, and games—particularly tied to the rehab unit. However, multiple reviewers specifically point out weak nursing-home activity programming (including an unsatisfactory Halloween), and some say resident interaction is lacking. Overall, rehabilitative programming appears stronger than long-term social or recreational programming for nursing residents. This indicates the facility may prioritize therapy and recovery services over social programming for long-stay residents.

    Management and administration: Management and leadership receive highly polarized feedback. Some reviewers describe attentive administration and a mission-driven culture; others report management that is unhelpful, accusatory toward employees, absent, or otherwise unprofessional. One reviewer names a manager (Hannah) as disrespectful to employees. Complaints include leadership making excuses, alleging employees were late by minutes, or attempting inappropriate discharges. These reports raise concerns about complaint resolution, transparency during admissions, and leadership response when problems occur.

    Recurring patterns and notable risks: The most common negative themes are understaffing (especially on weekends), slow or non-existent responses to call lights, and inconsistent staff behavior. Positive themes concentrate on rehab outcomes, clinical resources, and certain dedicated staff members. Taken together, the reviews indicate a facility with strong capabilities and potential for good care, but with inconsistent execution and serious lapses reported by multiple families. This variability creates risk for residents who require reliable, responsive care around the clock.

    Implications for decision-making: If you are evaluating Trinity Ridge, expect a modern facility with strong rehab and clinical services and some highly committed staff members. At the same time, probe carefully about staffing levels (including weekend coverage), call-light response times, management responsiveness and complaint resolution, housekeeping protocols, and activity programming for long-term residents. Ask for unit-specific references and observe care interactions during a visit. The mixed nature of reviews suggests that individual experiences can vary greatly, so on-site verification and clear written agreements about services and responsiveness will be important.

    In summary, Trinity Ridge shows clear strengths—newer facility, good rehab outcomes, on-site clinical services, and many reports of caring nurses—paired with significant, repeat concerns about responsiveness, management behavior, cleanliness in some areas, and inconsistent dining and activities. Prospective residents and families should weigh these mixed signals carefully and perform focused due diligence to confirm that the facility’s strengths will meet their or their loved one’s specific needs.

    Location

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    About Trinity Ridge

    Trinity Ridge sits at 2140 Medical Park Dr in Hickory, NC, where seniors can find care with a home-like feeling, and what you'll see right away is the friendly staff, always ready to help and known for kindness and patience, and the way the place feels welcoming for both residents and their families who visit. Trinity Ridge gives care for people who need help every day or who need skilled nursing, and the focus stays on long-term care, assisted living, and memory care services, especially for those with Alzheimer's or other kinds of dementia, which is where you'll find the special dementia care program and the Trinity Programming that offers personalized activities and care plans. With 120 skilled nursing beds, Trinity Ridge serves many needs, from short-term rehab for folks recovering from an operation or illness, to long-term skilled nursing, to respite care if a caregiver needs a break, and you'll find outpatient therapy too through Trinity Rehab. The staff uses care plans that fit each person, helping them be as independent as possible, and there's always skilled nursing staff around for high-acuity medical care. Meal times come with nutritious food, and the team pays attention to special diets or preferences, all while making sure the dining area feels familiar and comfortable. The community offers a full schedule of activities, so residents can join social events or enjoy educational and fun programs that help build friendships, keep minds sharp, and bring some cheer. The rooms and shared spaces are designed to give comfort and the feeling of home, with a focus on safety and personal dignity, though there aren't extra outdoor spaces or fitness centers to mention, just basic comforts you'd expect. Folks in memory care get a secure environment and special programs that can meet changing needs, and the care staff knows how to respond with patience and understanding, always putting respect and compassion first. Trinity Ridge also provides therapy and rehabilitation services tailored to each person, so whether someone needs help with daily tasks or more intensive nursing care, the staff is prepared. There's no information about pets, outdoor amenities, or details like parking or rent, and the place offers different unit types including single-family homes, condos, and townhomes. The whole community centers on the needs of seniors who want support, friendship, and medical services, and the close-knit atmosphere is something families notice, making Trinity Ridge a solid choice for those looking for assisted living, nursing care, or memory care in Hickory, NC.

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